The affordable AE1 was a revelation in 1987. It was a small loudspeaker with the kind of dynamic range, clarity, and bass extension usually reserved for much larger enclosures. Now, decades later, Acoustic Energy is celebrating the 40th anniversary of this groundbreaking loudspeaker, and its designers are proud to launch the AE1 40th Anniversary Edition. Designing the […] More
Bowers & Wilkins has developed a 21-speaker sound system for the new Polestar 5, a fully electric car. The speakers are powered by a total amplifier output of 1,680 watts. That’s one serious car radio. It makes sitting in traffic jams a real pleasure. Bowers & Wilkins in Polestar 5: “take the long way home” […] More
Canton has launched the Atelier OnWall and InWall product lines. As the names suggest, these speakers are flat and relatively shallow wall-mounted. They can also be optionally built into the wall. According to Canton, an elegant design is combined with audiophile technology. Canton OnWall and InWall: wall-mounted speakers Canton’s Atelier OnWall and Atelier InWall models […] More
The new Premium series of active subwoofers from the French company Elipson consists of three cone sections, ranging in size. The manufacturer offers a choice of cone diameters of 10, 12, and 15 inches (that’s 250, 300, and 380 millimeters). The color is black in all cases. The designers promise easy integration, even with speakers […] More
Before the summer holidays, Marshall launched its first soundbar, the Heston 120. A smaller model, the Heston 60, and a subwoofer, the Heston Sub 200, were also announced. Marshall has announced that the Heston 60 and Heston Sub 200 will be available starting September 23rd in Marshall’s signature black color, as well as in an off-white (cream) […] More
The Kii Seven active speaker system by Kii Audio from Germany will enable Qobuz Connect following the installation of new, freely available firmware. With this free update, the Kii Seven enhances its high-resolution streaming capabilities and provides Qobuz subscribers with immediate access to their music library. The Kii Seven now accommodates a diverse array of […] More
Danish loudspeaker maker Davone Audio has introduced a new model named the Reference Three. As implied by its name, the Reference Three is positioned below the Reference One and Reference Two. The manufacturer claims that the Reference Three embodies the spirit of the renowned Reference series in a more straightforward and elegant design, merging clarity […] More
Constructed entirely from aluminum, the Voxativ Alberich² Metal is more than just a loudspeaker; it is a sound sculpture – bold, refined, and designed to acoustically blend into its surroundings while simultaneously making a powerful statement in the space. Welcome to a new era in the legacy of the German company Voxativ Audio – where […] More
Marshall has unveiled the Bromley 750, a party speaker that takes significant inspiration from the brand’s stage amplifiers. However, unlike the stage amplifiers, which are all fitted with tubes and a power supply, the Bromley 750 features a battery that provides around forty hours of music playback. Tubes have been excluded due to their high […] More
The Danish loudspeaker manufacturer Jamo has introduced the C707PA MkII active two-way loudspeaker, which features a master/slave configuration and is offered in five different colors. The C707PA MkII merges minimalist design with superior acoustic performance and a wide range of connectivity options, such as Bluetooth, HDMI TV ARC, USB-C, RCA, 3.5mm jack, and an optical […] More
French audio manufacturer Elipson has announced two new active loudspeakers. The monitor model Horus 6B Active BT and floorstander Horus 11B Active BT are loosely based on the previous passive models and, according to the manufacturer, aim to combine elegant design with audiophile performance. Both models can receive music wirelessly and also have the necessary […] More